Vitamin D, Obesity, & Type 2 Diabetes

The sun will soon become the BFF of Type 2 Diabetes. Thanks to a 2012 Turkish study, the correlation between obesity, vitamin D levels, and Type 2 diabetes has been determined. The study revealed that type 2 diabetics, primarily those with higher BMI levels, also suffer from vitamin D deficiency. T association comes because of lifestyle habits. Type 2 diabetics often consume less vitamin D- rich foods, engage in less or no outdoor activities, and develop kidney issues resulting in poor vitamin D processing. These lifestyle habits create more fat in the body and fat stores, rather that shares vitamin D. This research strongly supports the viability of daytime outdoor activity serving as a treatment option for Type 2 diabetics. Let’s make better friends with ‘Mr. Sun’ and see for ourselves what he has to offer. For more information, read the entire study.